CLASSES

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​Mr. Mike Peterson
Business and information Tech teacher | O'Neill High School
O'NEILL, NE
​mikepeterson@oneillschools.org

This two-semester course covers sole proprietorship accounting principles involved in the preparation and maintenance of financial records concerned with business management and operations. It is a comprehensive introduction to basic financial accounting including recording, summarizing and reporting, principles of income measurement and asset valuation, accounting systems and controls. Students are exposed to careers in the accounting field and are given the opportunity to perform accounting applications using the computer. An introduction to partnerships and corporations may be included.  Students will use the web-based accounting textbook, Aplia.com, for the course.

Target Level: Grades 10-12
Career Cluster: Finance

Credits 10 (y) Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Accounting with a grade of at least a “C.”
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This course includes partnership and corporate accounting, adjustment in inventory control systems, budgetary control systems and
further enhancement of accounting skills. Students are exposed to various careers in the accounting field and are given the
opportunity to perform accounting applications using the computer.  Students will use the web-based accounting textbook, Aplia.com, for the course.

Target Level: Grades 11-12
Career Cluster: Finance

MEDIA PRODUCTION (EAGLE EYE BROADCASTING)
Credits 5 (s) Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Digital Media with a “C” or above, or by permission.

This class is entirely responsible for O’Neill High Schools daily news program, “Eagle Eye Broadcasting.”  Students will explore career opportunities in the audio-video industries. Students will demonstrate use of audio-video production equipment including microphones, lighting requirements and camera operations. Students will demonstrate script writing and computer-based development of audio-video production and editing.

Recommended Level: Grades 10-12
Career Cluster: Arts, A/V and Communication

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INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL DESIGN
Credits 5 (s) Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Computer Applications 1 with a “C” or above, or by permission

This course will introduce students to the technical tools and processes used in digital design. Students will be introduced to the design process model which includes typography, color, and imagery. In addition, design software will be utilized to create graphics, animation, web pages, and video. Students will demonstrate proper use of fair use guidelines. Career opportunities in digital design will be explored.

Recommended Level: Grades 10-12
Career Cluster: Communication Arts Cluster

DIGITAL MEDIA
Credits 10 (s) Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Computer Applications 1 with a “C” or above, or by permission

Students will create, design and produce digital media programs including sound, video, graphics, text, animation and motion
graphics. Emphasis will be placed on effective use of tools for interactive multimedia production including storyboarding, visual
development, project management and web processes. Photography principles will also be covered and explored.

Recommended Level: Grades 10-12
Career Cluster: Communication Arts Cluster

Advanced digital design
Credits 5 (s) Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Digital Design with a “C” or above, or by permission

Students will focus on developing advanced skills to plan, design, and create interactive projects using elements of texts, graphics, and digital imaging. These skills will prepare students for entry-level positions in the digital design field. Students will demonstrate proper use of copyright and fair use throughout the course.

Recommended Level: Grades 10-12
Career Cluster: Communication Arts Cluster

Advanced digital media

Credits 5 (s) Grades 11, 12
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Digital Media with a “C” or above, or by permission

Students will focus on developing advanced skills to plan, design, and create interactive projects using elements of texts, graphics, and digital imaging. These skills will prepare students for entry-level positions in the digital design field. Students will demonstrate proper use of copyright and fair use throughout the course.

Recommended Level: Grades 10-12
Career Cluster: Communication Arts Cluster​​

Programming I covers fundamental concepts of programming. These are provided through explanations and effects of commands and hands-on utilization of computers to produce correct output. This course introduces effective techniques necessary for the efficient solution of a variety of complex problems using a high-level programming language. It includes problem descriptions, flow charts, hierarchy diagrams, pseudocode, and program documentation as a means of solving these problems. This course emphasizes the creation of efficient algorithms through fundamental programming techniques such as input/output handling, programming structures, and data storage. Students are introduced to project management techniques, including standard debugging techniques and collaborative programming strategies.

Recommended Level: Grades 10-12 
Career Cluster: Information Technology

PROGRAMMING II
Credits 10 (y) Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Programming I with a grade of at least a “C.”
Independent Study Lesson Plan Form

Students will demonstrate advanced skills in the software development life cycle through in-depth use of a modern programming language. The content covered will include high-level, object-oriented concepts, while emphasizing the design of elegant solutions and efficient algorithms. Topics covered include the use of simple data types as well as complex data structures, best practices in application design, and the collaborative and social aspects of computing.

Recommended Level: Grades 10-12 
Career Cluster: Information Technology

PROGRAMMING III
Credits 10 (y) Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite:  Successful completion of Programming II with a grade of at least a “C.”
​Independent Study Lesson Plan Form

Students will demonstrate advanced skills in the program development process through expanded use of programming language. Languages may include, but are not limited to C++, Visual Basic, Java, SQL, RPG, COBOL and Assembler. Students demonstrating advanced level programming knowledge and skills may be exposed to collaborative environments that simulate project environments.

Recommended Level: Grades 10-12 
Career Cluster: Information Technology

8TH GRADE TECHNOLOGY TRENDS